With a small group, outline a style analysis essay for "I Want a Wife" on butcher paper.
Begin with the thesis.
Outline 3 body paragraphs
Include some bulleted text evidence and a few commentary ideas for each.
Gallery Walk
Book Discussion
Check annotations for a quick homework grade.
In small groups, discuss the following questions:
Are Edna and Robert really in love with each other? Why or why not?
Should Edna be applauded for this "awakening?" Is this a strength for her character or a flaw?
What did Mrs. Pontellier mean by "I would give up the unessential; I would give my money, I would give my life for my children; but I wouldn't give myself?" How do you feel about her viewpoint?
Does Leonce love Edna? How would you describe his feelings towards his wife?
What does the conversation between the doctor and Mr. Pontellier reveal about the Victorian viewpoint of women?
Class Discussion
Homework
Read and annotate chapters 23-28 in The Awakening
As you read, find a passage in the text that stands out as particularly effective. Think of DIDLS (Diction, Imagery, Details, Language, and Syntax). Write one analytical "chunk." Make sure to note chapter and page number. Click here and comment to leave your "chunk" on my blog.
Learning Goals: To outline a style analysis essay.
ER.1.CR.3, ER.1.CR.4, CS.2.CR.3, RT.3.CR.2, W.4.11.1Group Thinking
With a small group, outline a style analysis essay for "I Want a Wife" on butcher paper.Begin with the thesis.
Outline 3 body paragraphs
Include some bulleted text evidence and a few commentary ideas for each.
Gallery Walk
Book Discussion
Check annotations for a quick homework grade.In small groups, discuss the following questions:
Class Discussion
Homework
Read and annotate chapters 23-28 in The AwakeningAs you read, find a passage in the text that stands out as particularly effective. Think of DIDLS (Diction, Imagery, Details, Language, and Syntax). Write one analytical "chunk." Make sure to note chapter and page number.
Click here and comment to leave your "chunk" on my blog.